Penn State Lehigh Valley’s Kristy Hove is helping institutions better understand how today’s students choose colleges through data-driven research examining politics, perception and family influence. Presented at a regional higher education conference, her work highlights how analytics and student voice can inform enrollment strategy, communication and mission-driven planning across Pennsylvania.
As part of our regular “We Are!” feature, we recognize 23 Penn Staters who have gone above and beyond what’s asked of them in their work at the University.
Penn State Lehigh Valley is focused on giving students the tools they need to stand out in a growing economy and competitive job market. Students can complete 12 four-year degree programs at the campus, and many graduates are expected to find full-time job opportunities just miles from campus.
The 18-month practical nursing program at Penn State Lehigh Valley prepares students for careers in the healthcare industry and meets the educational requirements to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses, or NCLEX-PN.
Research with guidance from their faculty mentor prepared Penn State students from the Abington, Lehigh Valley and University Park campuses for graduate school and STEM careers.
Penn State Lehigh Valley joined Mayor Matt Tuerk and community leaders at Allentown’s "State of the City" address to highlight campus growth and workforce initiatives.
Penn State Lehigh Valley presents "Like It Is," a new exhibition by abstract artist Femi J. Johnson, on view Jan. 26–May 9 in the Ronald K. De Long Gallery.
Events and activities commemorating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. will be held over the next few weeks at several Penn State campuses. The theme for 2026 is "Undaunted Hope."
Penn State Lehigh Valley hosted its All Campus Day on Jan. 9, where Chancellor Tina Richardson and others discussed advancing career readiness, artificial intelligence literacy and campus growth through faculty leadership, experiential learning and regional partnerships.
Penn State Lehigh Valley has released the fall 2025 Dean's List with undergraduate students whose GPA and credit qualifications fulfilled requirements for the fall 2025 semester.
